Impact: This is about as good as it gets for Lopez's fantasy value. He has stayed pretty consistent with his rebounding numbers, but his scoring numbers have been on the rise of late, considering he's averaging 12.4 points over his last five games, while averaging 9.9 points on the season. He's also had at least one block over each of those five games, while twice recording three blocks. While it's tough to see him getting extensive scoring opportunities playing next to the likes of LaMarcus Aldridge, Damian Lillard and Arron Afflalo, he still offers a decent source of rebounds and blocks.

Impact: Lopez has only pulled down double-digit boards once in 11 contests since returning to action on Feb. 3 from two broken bones in his right hand. However, he thrived on the offensive glass Wednesday, grabbing six on the night. During the aforementioned 11-game span, he's averaged 10.1 points (on 55 percent shooting), 6.7 boards, 1.5 swats, and 0.7 assists in 30 minutes.

Impact: Since returning from a month and a half on the sideline due to two broken bones in his right hand, Lopez has helped the Blazers roll into the All-Star break, holding three of five opponents below 100 points en route to a 4-1 record. During that stretch, he averaged 11.4 points (on 57 percent shooting), 7.6 boards, and two blocks in 30 minutes. Expect much of the same once the season resumes on Friday, Feb. 20 at Utah.

Rotowire: Feb 4 / 12:29a ET

News: Lopez (hand) returned to action Tuesday, recording 11 points and six rebounds in 25 minutes.

Impact: Lopez briefly exited the game with a facial laceration, but was able to return. He looked comfortable from the floor, making five of his nine shots. Look for his role to expand as he rounds into form.

Rotowire: Feb 3 / 8:49p ET

News: Lopez (hand) suffered a facial laceration in the third quarter of Tuesday's game, but will return.

Impact: He had 10 points, four boards and two blocks in 19 minutes prior to suffering the cut on his face that was bleeding to the point that he needed to get it tended to on the sideline. This was his first game back from a hand injury, but he seemed to be doing well before exiting. This should not affect his status moving forward, but it's worth checking on prior to his next game.